Travel Agencies and Tour Operators

If what you are looking for is the support of specialized companies to help you prepare your adventure in the Rota Vicentina, then you have come to the right place.

On this page you find Travel Agencies and Tour Operators, partners of the Rota Vicentina network. These are specialists in organizing tours and trips and preparing all the necessary details, so that all you have to worry about is enjoying the trip. Follow the links and get more info on each of the partners, and what they have to offer.

Take also a look at the Rota Vicentina Holidays page, and get to know the holiday proposals created with the cooperation with these companies.

Vicentina Travel

A trade name belonging to Aventuractiva, a local “incoming” tour operator specialised in activity and eco adventure holidays, for group and individual hiking and cycling independent tours.

With various proposals already on offer and a vast knowledge of the region, environment and sustainability are two of the distinctive traits of this Portuguese owned company, operating exclusively on the Alentejo and Vicentina Coast since 2009.

FreeFlow

FreeFlow is a company that promotes and organizes the most exclusive walking and cycling tours for enthusiasts and nature lovers.

The Rota Vicentina and the SW region of Portugal are among the destinations offered by FreeFlow who combine personalized service with concern for environmental preservation and the promotion of the region as a destination of nature tourism.

Portugal A2Z - Walking and Biking

Specialized in guided and self-guided tours in English, French and German, Portugal A2Z - Walking and Biking is a Portuguese walking and biking Tour Operator, offering its services all over the country.

A2Z creates unique itineraries and tailor-made trips in all of the Alentejo and Algarve regions. Discovering the Sw of Portugal along the the Rota Vicentina is one of their most tempting proposals.

Ramblin'tejano

Since 2013, operating exclusively in Sw Portugal, Ramblin'tejano is a family owned and managed tour operator specialised in the provision of carefree walking holidays, with a special emphasis on the Rota Vicentina trails.

In the very beginning Ramblin'tejano only had one 8 day fully supported self-guided walking programme, since 2016 the range on offer is now eight different self-guided walking programmes, covering all the Alentejo sections of the Rota Vicentina.

CaminoWays.com

CaminoWays.com is a walking and cycling specialist and one of the top tour operators on the Camino de Santiago.

With a team of multicultural, friendly and well-travelled professionals, CaminoWays.com has many years of experience organizing tours on the Camino routes across Portugal, France and Spain, and now also in the spectacular Rota Vicentina in Sw Portugal!

PortugalSoul

Seeing Portugal in a whole new light. This is how PortugalSoul wants to show the country and in particular the Southwest coast.

Proximity to the local community, as the principal Ambassador of the region, is the aim of this agency which creates trips to suit each travellers requirements. Surfing, diving, canoeing, paddle, MTB and sailing are just some of the activities that can be part of these journeys.

Il Mestiere di Viaggiare

The Il Mestiere di Viaggiare it's an italian tour operator, based in the very center of Italy and specialized in medium and long distance holidays, on foot or bike in several European countries, including Portugal.

The long experience with Camino Santiago, Cammino di Francesco and Via Francigene will be certanlly enought reason to garantee a good experience in Portuguese territory.

HilltopTreks

HilltopTreks is an Irish tour operator which invites you to explore and discover the hidden gems of several countries, such as Ireland, Spain, Slovenia, Romania, Morocco and of course, Portugal.

The Rota Vicentina is one of the adventure holidays destinations suggested by this tour operator, which will prepare everything for you to have a great self-guided walk without having to worry about details.

Picotours

"Whether hiking or mountain biking - the best way to relax is in nature" to complete this motto, it is also possible to add that Picotours has its underlying philosophy: sustainable tourism along with friendly people.

Picotours prepares trips so that you get to know the country, the region and the people in an intensive way. For this, they rely on local partners, always prefer small and family structures, in this way promote social integration and sustainable development of their destinations.

Tours & Tracks Algarve

Tours & Tracks Algarve is a travel agency based in Albufeira, specializing in outdoor activities and nature tourism in the South of Portugal.

With qualified tour guides, born or residents in the area, this agency offers visits and tours to experience the essence of the region, be it on foot or by Mountain Bike, not only for those who prefer to venture out on their own without a guide, but also for guided groups of up to 20 people.

Cycling Rentals

Cycling Rentals, based in Sintra, is specialized in cycling holidays, dedicated to the organization of guided, self-guided and customized nature programs in Portugal and Spain.

As cyclists and knowing the difficulties of traveling with their own bicycles to other destinations, Cycling Rentals offers the rental of any type of bicycle and equipment, providing unforgettable holiday, since 1986.

Inntravel

Established in 1984, independent tour operator, Inntravel, the Slow Holiday people, specialise in self-guided holidays in some of the quieter regions of Europe, including Portugal and the Rota Vicentina.

André Tours

Founded in 1995, with the aim of promoting the best of Portugal, it has maintained a strong emphasis on the quality of service. In 2002 it broadened its activities offering travel to the Outward bound Tourism sector.

Since the very beginning their commitment to Portugal has not changed, based on the diversification of the destination as a whole, with a view to its sustainability and preservation.

Algarve Cycling Holidays

Dedicated to cycling holidays, Algarve Cycling Holidays is a tour operator based in Sagres that has been working since 2010 to offer its clients high quality adventures on two wheels with a personal touch.

You can just relax, enjoy the ride and do not have to worry about transfers, reservations or any other travelling details.

Portugal Nature Trails

Specialists in adventure travel and walking, hiking and cycling activity holidays, they have years of experience and insider knowledge to help you explore and discover authentic Portuguese culture and nature ‘off the beaten track’.

The guided tours feature talented local guides, handcrafted itineraries, authentic cuisine and cosy accommodations, but if it’s something unique that you are looking for, then you’ll be in really good hands.

Portugal Reiseprofi

Portugal Reiseprofi is a German Tour Operator specialized in individual trips all over Portugal with a strong focus on high quality and tailor made services. They therefore rather like to work with small, high-quality national guesthouses by avoiding budget tourism locations and accommodations.

They are offering Rota Vicentina hiking tours since 2012 and they also participated at the official opening of the Rota Vicentina tracks back in 2012.

Tee Travel

Preparing trips for lovers of nature, the world of wine and culture is the mission of Tee Travel, a Spanish travel agency which has been planning hiking and cycling trips, gastronomy, wine and cultural programmes in various countries since 2001.

With a young multilingual team, Tee Travel is always in search of new destinations, whether it’s for customers who like to travel alone or for groups.

New Experience Holidays

Walking holidays specialist company and tour operator, based in rural North Wales. It is small enough to ensure a very personal service and concentrate on the fine details on each booking, whilst large enough to have extensive knowledge in all of the destinations promoted and they also have supplementary support available if needed.

Offering a wide selection of self-guided and guided walking holidays with a mix of hotel-to-hotel treks, single centred and multi-centred holidays.

SAL - Sistemas de Ar Livre

Founded in 1996, SAL is a tour operator specialized in nature tourism with special attention to hiking tours throughout the territory of Alentejo, where it operates under the Walk in Alentejo ® brand.

The hikes are always accompanied by knowledgeable guides of the territory in its natural and cultural aspects, always making contact with the local populations and the other partners of the tourist offer.

Portimar

Founded in 1987, it is a full Travel Service Agency with vast experience in the organization and escorting of both groups and individuals, representing several tour operators specialized in Portugal. With an extensive knowledge of the Portuguese touristic market, it offers unique experiences and a diversity of services to visitors. Learn more about our people, history, culture and gastronomy.

Earth Tracks

Earth Tracks is a Dutch travel agency that offers small scale walking and hiking holidays along the lesser known trails of Europe, including the beautiful Rota Vicentina. They offer self-guided, guided and tailor-made tours, for individuals and groups, to experience the wonderful nature and rich culture of wonderful destinations.

Chemins de France

Chemins de France are experts of self-guided hiking in France and Europe for more than 20 years. They have hundreds of programs featured on their website, including several St James ways, several other in France, but also in Italy, Spain, Crete, Roménia and now also in Rota Vicentina, Portugal.

Topo-Aktief

Specialist in independent walking, with 35 years of experience, they operate in 100 destinations scattered through 18 European countries. The Rota Vicentina is now on the list of the walking trips of this Dutch company, for whom walking is the perfect way to simply forget all worries and live an authentic experience.

Sunvil

Sunvil is a specialist tour operator in the truest sense. They love the country; its scenery, gastronomy and people, and have been around since 1984. Self-guided walking holidays can be arranged as well as holidays which combine the Rota Vicentina with a stay in Lisbon.

Sento Wanderreisen

Sento Wanderreisen offers small group and invidual trips in Alentejo. Hiking trips includes nature, culture and culinary, in a great mixture to explore the region. It is possible to combine Alentejo with Lisbon. They offer hiking tours also in Italy, the Alps, Slovenia, Slowakia, Greece, Ireland, Iceland and more.

Trekking Découvertes

Trekking Découvertes brings together a community of trekking, hiking, travel, adventure, outdoor and bushcraft lovers. The offer extends to walking programs in Catalonia, the Canary Islands, Slovakia, the Camino de Santiago and now the Rota Vicentina.

Aarts Wandelreizen

Aarts Wandelreizen it’s a Dutch Travel Agency, specialized in the organization of walking holidays for groups and individuals in unique places in Portugal, Spain, Turkey and Greece. Rota Vicentina is one of the chosen destinations.